SIU embraces a unique tradition of access and opportunity, inclusive excellence, innovation in research and creativity, and outstanding teaching focused on nurturing student success. As a nationally ranked public research university and regional economic catalyst, we create and exchange knowledge to shape future leaders, improve our communities, and transform lives.
- 65 Masters
- 11,366 Students
- 400 Students (int'l)
- 5,569 Students (female)
- Public Institution Type
Master's Programmes
Social Sciences (13)
- M.Sc. Agribusiness Economics
- M.A. Anthropology
- M.A./M.S. Economics
- M.A. Philosophy
- M.A. Political Science
- M.A. Psychology
- M.A. Sociology
Business & Management (9)
- M.Acc. Accountancy
- M.Sc. Agribusiness Economics
- M.Sc. Strategic Analytics
Natural Sciences & Mathematics (9)
- M.Sc. Biological Sciences
- M.Sc. Chemistry
- M.A./M.S. Mathematics
- M.Sc. Physics
- M.Sc. Plant Biology
- M.Sc. Zoology
Medicine & Health (8)
Education & Training (7)
- M.S.Ed./M.A.T. Curriculum and Instruction
- M.S.Ed. Higher Education
- M.A.T. Teaching
Humanities (7)
- MFA Creative Writing
- M.A. English
- M.A. History
- M.A. Linguistics
- M.A. Philosophy
- M.F.A. Theater
Agriculture & Forestry (5)
- M.Sc. Animal Science
- M.Sc. Forestry
- M.Sc. Plant Biology
Arts, Design & Architecture (5)
- M.Arch. Architecture
- M.F.A. Art and Design
- M.F.A. Media Arts
- M.M. Music
- M.F.A. Theater
Computer Science & IT (5)
- M.Sc. Computer Science
- M.E./M.S. Electrical and Computer Engineering
- M.H.I. Health Informatics
- M.Sc. Radiological Sciences
Applied Sciences & Professions (4)
Engineering & Technology (4)
- M.Sc. Biomedical Engineering
- M.Sc. Civil Engineering
- M.E./M.S. Electrical and Computer Engineering
- M.Sc. Mechanical Engineering
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences (4)
- M.A./M.S. Geology
Journalism & Media (3)
Hospitality, Leisure & Sports (1)
Law (1)
About
History
Founded in 1869 as the state’s second teachers college – with a dozen academic departments and an inaugural class of 143 – SIU Carbondale is the flagship campus of the Southern Illinois University System.
Education
SIU embraces a unique tradition of access and opportunity, inclusive excellence, innovation in research and creativity, and outstanding teaching focused on nurturing student success. As a nationally ranked public research university and regional economic catalyst, we create and exchange knowledge to shape future leaders, improve our communities, and transform lives.
Research
SIUC has a number of research centers and institutes, some of which are housed in the individual colleges and some of which are housed in the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research. In addition, we belong to various research consortia, and several national and international research organizations are headquartered here.
Career
The Career Development Center strives to educate and empower all students and recent alumni with the knowledge to successfully discover and achieve their career goals. This is accomplished through career interest and personality assessments and counseling, comprehensive job search preparedness programs, and creating connections with employers.
Southern Illinois University Scholarships
Below you will find scholarships for Southern Illinois University. Distinction can be made between scholarships provided by the University and those provided by independent providers.
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
30 Mar 2024
Aga Khan Foundation International Scholarship Programme
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000000 INR
Deadline
Anytime
Education Future International Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
100000 INR
Deadline
Not specified
GyanDhan Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
15000 USD
Deadline
18 Aug 2024
Jennifer Dunn Thomson Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
10000 USD
Deadline
20 Mar 2024
Obama Foundation Scholars Program
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
01 Apr 2024
BeArt-Presets Academic Scholarship Program
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
4000 USD
Deadline
05 May 2024
OAS – The New School
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2024
ACES Scholarships
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
2000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2023
Sallie Mae 2k "No Essay" Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
15 Mar 2024
Diasporans Africa Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2023
ServiceScape Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2024
The Smooth Movers Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
14 Oct 2024
Fulbright U.S. Student Program
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
24 May 2024
Joint Japan World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
40000 AUD
Deadline
30 Sep 2023
Aurora Indigenous Education Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
40000 AUD
Deadline
30 Sep 2023
Veterans’ Fund Indigenous Scholarships
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
40000 AUD
Deadline
30 Sep 2023
Veterans’ Fund Graduate Scholarships
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
38000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Marshall Scholarships
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
2500 USD
Deadline
15 Jun 2024
Dixie Belle Paint Company Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
2000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
Betty Lou Bailey SWE Region F Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
2500 USD
Deadline
12 Aug 2024
Adamson Ahdoot LLP Scholarship Grant
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
2000 USD
Deadline
21 Nov 2023
Alford & Clark Injury Attorneys Students in Need Scholarship
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
03 Jan 2024
Single Parent Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2023
Lucas Law Legal Leaders Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
Fall 2023 Black Law Student Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
500 USD
Deadline
31 Jul 2024
Philadelphia Injury Lawyers P.C. $500 Scholarship Essay Contest
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
500 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2023
NYC Injury Attorneys P.C. Essay Competition $500 Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
500 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2023
Bronx Injury Lawyers P.C. Essay Competition $500 Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
05 Mar 2024
The Devadoss Law Firm Civil Rights Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
28 Dec 2023
Lawyers of Tomorrow Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
03 Oct 2023
NextLevel Student Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
30 Mar 2024
Aga Khan Foundation International Scholarship Programme
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000000 INR
Deadline
Anytime
Education Future International Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
100000 INR
Deadline
Not specified
GyanDhan Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
15000 USD
Deadline
18 Aug 2024
Jennifer Dunn Thomson Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
10000 USD
Deadline
20 Mar 2024
Obama Foundation Scholars Program
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
01 Apr 2024
BeArt-Presets Academic Scholarship Program
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
4000 USD
Deadline
05 May 2024
OAS – The New School
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2024
ACES Scholarships
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
2000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2023
Sallie Mae 2k "No Essay" Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
30 May 2024
STEAM Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
01 Dec 2023
LoopEd Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
30 Apr 2024
Student Grant Program
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
200 USD
Deadline
01 Apr 2024
Wiingy Future STEM Leaders Scholarship
General Scholarships
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
30 Mar 2024
Aga Khan Foundation International Scholarship Programme
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000000 INR
Deadline
Anytime
Education Future International Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
100000 INR
Deadline
Not specified
GyanDhan Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
15000 USD
Deadline
18 Aug 2024
Jennifer Dunn Thomson Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
10000 USD
Deadline
20 Mar 2024
Obama Foundation Scholars Program
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
01 Apr 2024
BeArt-Presets Academic Scholarship Program
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
4000 USD
Deadline
05 May 2024
OAS – The New School
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2024
ACES Scholarships
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
2000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2023
Sallie Mae 2k "No Essay" Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
15 Mar 2024
Diasporans Africa Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2023
ServiceScape Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2024
The Smooth Movers Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
14 Oct 2024
Fulbright U.S. Student Program
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
24 May 2024
Joint Japan World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
40000 AUD
Deadline
30 Sep 2023
Aurora Indigenous Education Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
40000 AUD
Deadline
30 Sep 2023
Veterans’ Fund Indigenous Scholarships
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
01 Dec 2023
LoopEd Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
500 USD
Deadline
01 Jun 2024
Save The Everglades Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
200 USD
Deadline
01 Apr 2024
Wiingy Future STEM Leaders Scholarship
General Scholarships
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
30 Mar 2024
Aga Khan Foundation International Scholarship Programme
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000000 INR
Deadline
Anytime
Education Future International Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
100000 INR
Deadline
Not specified
GyanDhan Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
15000 USD
Deadline
18 Aug 2024
Jennifer Dunn Thomson Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
10000 USD
Deadline
20 Mar 2024
Obama Foundation Scholars Program
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
01 Apr 2024
BeArt-Presets Academic Scholarship Program
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
4000 USD
Deadline
05 May 2024
OAS – The New School
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2024
ACES Scholarships
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
2000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2023
Sallie Mae 2k "No Essay" Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
15 Mar 2024
Diasporans Africa Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2023
ServiceScape Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2024
The Smooth Movers Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
14 Oct 2024
Fulbright U.S. Student Program
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
24 May 2024
Joint Japan World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
40000 AUD
Deadline
30 Sep 2023
Aurora Indigenous Education Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
40000 AUD
Deadline
30 Sep 2023
Veterans’ Fund Indigenous Scholarships
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
40000 AUD
Deadline
30 Sep 2023
Veterans’ Fund Graduate Scholarships
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
200 USD
Deadline
01 Apr 2024
Wiingy Future STEM Leaders Scholarship
General Scholarships
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
30 Mar 2024
Aga Khan Foundation International Scholarship Programme
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000000 INR
Deadline
Anytime
Education Future International Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
100000 INR
Deadline
Not specified
GyanDhan Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
15000 USD
Deadline
18 Aug 2024
Jennifer Dunn Thomson Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
10000 USD
Deadline
20 Mar 2024
Obama Foundation Scholars Program
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
01 Apr 2024
BeArt-Presets Academic Scholarship Program
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
4000 USD
Deadline
05 May 2024
OAS – The New School
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2024
ACES Scholarships
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
2000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2023
Sallie Mae 2k "No Essay" Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
15 Mar 2024
Diasporans Africa Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2023
ServiceScape Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2024
The Smooth Movers Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
14 Oct 2024
Fulbright U.S. Student Program
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
24 May 2024
Joint Japan World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
40000 AUD
Deadline
30 Sep 2023
Aurora Indigenous Education Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
40000 AUD
Deadline
30 Sep 2023
Veterans’ Fund Indigenous Scholarships
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
40000 AUD
Deadline
30 Sep 2023
Veterans’ Fund Graduate Scholarships
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
38000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Marshall Scholarships
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
2500 USD
Deadline
15 Jun 2024
Dixie Belle Paint Company Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
200 USD
Deadline
01 Apr 2024
Wiingy Future STEM Leaders Scholarship
General Scholarships
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
30 Mar 2024
Aga Khan Foundation International Scholarship Programme
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000000 INR
Deadline
Anytime
Education Future International Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
100000 INR
Deadline
Not specified
GyanDhan Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
15000 USD
Deadline
18 Aug 2024
Jennifer Dunn Thomson Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
10000 USD
Deadline
20 Mar 2024
Obama Foundation Scholars Program
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
01 Apr 2024
BeArt-Presets Academic Scholarship Program
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
4000 USD
Deadline
05 May 2024
OAS – The New School
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2024
ACES Scholarships
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
2000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2023
Sallie Mae 2k "No Essay" Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
15 Mar 2024
Diasporans Africa Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2023
ServiceScape Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2024
The Smooth Movers Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
14 Oct 2024
Fulbright U.S. Student Program
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
24 May 2024
Joint Japan World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
40000 AUD
Deadline
30 Sep 2023
Aurora Indigenous Education Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
40000 AUD
Deadline
30 Sep 2023
Veterans’ Fund Indigenous Scholarships
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
40000 AUD
Deadline
30 Sep 2023
Veterans’ Fund Graduate Scholarships
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
38000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Marshall Scholarships
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
2500 USD
Deadline
15 Jun 2024
Dixie Belle Paint Company Scholarship
Merit-based
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Global Student Satisfaction Awards 2023
GSSA 2023
The Global Student Satisfaction Awards empower students across the globe to determine the best universities of 2023. Universities with a score above 4.0 (out of 5) in any of the 8 award categories, receive Badges of Excellence. Congratulations!
University Ranking
World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
2024
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2023
801
2022
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World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
2024
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2023
1126 -65
2022
1061
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
Services
Student services
As a central gathering place, the Student Center plays a significant role at SIU by supporting the university’s mission and enhancing the educational experience. We are committed to providing excellence in programs, services, and facilities while serving students and the community in a safe and inclusive environment. Take advantage of our many dining options, the Craft Shop, Bowling & Billiards, and other activities during your days as Salukis and as Alumni. Just as we bring students together, we enjoy bringing the community and the university together. We truly have something for everyone.
Housing services
On-campus living at Southern Illinois University Carbondale can provide an experience to last a lifetime. Residents enjoy meeting new people, making life-long friends, getting involved, interacting with faculty and staff, and much more.
Library services
Morris Library is the main library for the Southern Illinois University Carbondale campus. The library holds more than 2.6 million volumes, 36,000 current periodicals and serials, and over 3.6 million microform units. Morris Library also provides access to the statewide automated library system and to an array of electronic sources.
Medical services
Student Health Services is an integral part of Southern Illinois University caring for the health of our culturally diverse students. We provide an integrated and holistic approach to cost-effective healthcare, serving as the student’s medical home away from home.
Student Life
Campus life
SIU is where brains and heart intersect. Our beautiful campus is home to major opportunities in a number of fields. We welcome students from all walks of life from around the world and pride ourselves on inclusivity.
Sports facilities
Any student who has a great love for alternative sports (e.g. fencing, badminton, boxing, or fishing) and/or a desire for healthy competition should get involved in a sport club. Sport clubs at SIUC offer students the chance to participate in an extracurricular activity, to develop their leadership and teamwork skills, and to find an interest that may not have been offered in their particular high school.
Accreditation
As a whole, SIU is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, a Commission of North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.
Student Reviews
Normal!
Anonymous rated 4 out of 5 stars
Overall things are going smoothly except the pandemic situation.
Good support
Anonymous rated 5 out of 5 stars
The faculty especially at my department were supportive and available to attend to student needs almost always. There the labs and library services are sufficient in providing necessary materials and the department and school in general support student research by supporting students with travel expenses to present their research while developing their public speaking...
Great experience
Anonymous rated 4 out of 5 stars
It was a great experience. Especially seeing how strong teacher student relationship is here as compared to back home, Ghana.
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